Asian Folktales for Children

Name: Asian Folktales for Children
Brand: Berkeley Books
Price: 26.99 AUD
Availability: PreOrder

Traditional Tales from Japan, Korea, China, India, The Phillippines and Other Asian Lands

By: Patrick Yee (Illustrator), David Conger, Liana Romulo, Joan Suyenaga

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Hardcover | 1 February 2026

At a Glance

Format
Hardcover

Age
5+

Dimensions(cm)
27.9 x 21.5

Hardcover

RRP $27.99

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Available: 1st February 2026

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**Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Award Gold Medal**

For thousands of years, children around the world have been captivated by traditional folktales - stories full of wonder, wisdom, and adventure. Every culture has its own unique favorites, and discovering them offers a fun and meaningful way to learn about life in other parts of the world. Asian Folktales for Children brings together 7 delightful folktales from across Asia - including China, Japan, Korea, India, the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia.

These timeless tales introduce young readers to brave animals, clever tricksters, magical brushes, and heartwarming lessons; the stories include:

Why Cats and Dogs Don't Get Along (Korea)
Baka the Cow and Kalabaw the Water Buffalo (Philippines)
The Mousedeer Becomes a Judge (Indonesia)
Liang and His Magic Brush (China)
The Lucky Farmer Becomes King (Thailand)
The Clever Rabbit and Numskull (India)
The Crane's Gratitude (Japan)

Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this beautifully illustrated collection sparks imagination and opens doors to cultures across Asia.

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